Truro and Penwith College

BSc (Hons) Applied Social Science

Institution code NA
Duration

2 years
Course type

Part-time
Study location Truro and Penwith College
Our TEF Silver rated University Centre is key to the future of HE in Cornwall. With its continued sector-led course developments, Truro's South West Institute of Technology Valency building and the STEM & Health Skills Centre in Bodmin, our 19+ provision has moved forward into a new era. There are many reasons why students choose to study at the University Centre including its commitment to a high-quality career-focused course offer.
Cornwall is fast gaining recognition for its spirit of innovation, creativity and entrepreneurialism, and has a can-do, inclusive culture that attracts people of all ages, backgrounds and personalities. Studying at the University Centre Truro & Penwith with access and links to some of the region's most dynamic industries and organisations, puts students at the heart of this transformation.
For more information visit the Truro and Penwith College website.

Course details

  • Year 1

  • Core modules

    TRUR3114
    The Philosophical Foundations of Social Science

    This module affords students the opportunity to critically explore the philosophical foundations of social science, questioning the grand narratives of the scientific enlightenment and their impact on modernity and beyond. By critically examining the foundations of social science, students will consider contemporary theories of psychology, sociology and social policy and their place within the broader field of social science.

    TRUR3115
    The Contemporary Application of Social Science

    This module asks students to apply theories of contemporary social science to a context of their choice, considering the usefulness of theory in bringing about change. Utilising the contemporary field of implementation science, students will critically engage with the issues surrounding the implementation of empirically backed interventions in the wider social arena.

    Optional modules

    TRUR3116
    Crimes of Harm: Investigations into State and Corporate Harm

    This module considers the complex nature of defining and measuring crime outside of normal definitional boundaries. It will examine harms perpetrated by those who hold significant social, economic, or political power, analysing examples of corporate crime, state crime, state-corporate crime, as well as an examination of power, organised crime networks and financial institutions. It will also examine how harms perpetuated by these groups are enforced or regulated, if at all.

    TRUR3119
    Trauma Informed Practice with Children, Young People and Families

    This module will enable students to critically examine the various causes of trauma and their impact upon wellbeing, everyday living, and education. Students will then synthesise this knowledge to develop strategies which meet the needs of children, young people, and families.

  • Year 2

  • Core modules

    TRUR3113
    Dissertation

    This module will require students to develop a research question based on their own area of interest and develop a research strategy in order to test the question. Data collected will be analysed and the findings of the research will be reported in a way relevant to the discipline.

    Optional modules

    TRUR3117
    Crime in Rural and Coastal Communities

    This module will enable students to critically evaluate the various ways of defining rural and coastal crime, exploring contemporary theoretical approaches to understanding the impact of rural and coastal crime on individuals, communities, and businesses.

    TRUR3118
    Social Justice in Rural and Coastal Communities

    This module will enable students to critically evaluate the various ways of defining social justice in rural and coastal communities, exploring contemporary theoretical approaches to understanding the impact of social inequality and deprivation in rural and coastal communities.

The modules shown for this course are those currently being studied by our students, or are proposed new modules. Please note that programme structures and individual modules are subject to amendment from time to time as part of the University’s curriculum enrichment programme and in line with changes in the University’s policies and requirements.

Every undergraduate taught course has a detailed programme specification document describing the course aims, the course structure, the teaching and learning methods, the learning outcomes and the rules of assessment.

The following programme specification represents the latest course structure and may be subject to change:

TRUR Programme Specification BSc Hons Applied Social Science 2022 23 7629

Fees, costs and funding
As this course is delivered by one of our partner colleges, please contact the college directly for information on fees and funding.

*UK Government announcement on tuition fees

Following an announcement in November, the government has confirmed its intention to increase undergraduate tuition fees for the 2025/26 academic year.

Subject to final Parliamentary approval (expected in early March 2025), the tuition fee for UK students is increasing to a maximum of £9,535 from 1 August 2025. This change applies to current and new students at the University of Plymouth. The Student Loans Company (SLC) has confirmed loans for tuition fees will be increased accordingly.

How to apply

For further information and to apply for this course, please contact the college's admissions team directly using the contact details below. 

Our partnership with Truro and Penwith College
The University of Plymouth has developed partnerships with institutions around the world with the sole purpose of making higher education more accessible to those people who need something just a little different.

Our Academic Partnerships enable students to enrol for a degree at a partnership institution closer to home, or engage in distance learning – even when they’re in the middle of the ocean. They are there for those people looking to return to education, or enhance their professional development. Full- or part-time; foundation degree to masters-level – we cater for a huge variety of needs and aspirations.

Many of our partners offer specialist degrees, unique facilities, and smaller class sizes at a competitive price. And as a student of two institutions, you get the best of both worlds; a supportive learning environment as part of a close-knit community, and a university-level qualification awarded by the University of Plymouth. You’ll enjoy not only the facilities and services your partnership institution provides, but also all of the additional support and resources you need from us, and you’ll automatically become a member of our Students’ Union, too.

We are continuing to grow the number of partner institutions and expand our academic community to new locations around the UK and overseas. Why not visit the Academic Partnerships page on our website for a full list of partners and for more details on studying with us?

One of our partners delivers this particular course – so please visit their website for full course details, entry requirements, tuition fees and information on what student life is like there. 

Please contact Truro and Penwith College to apply for this course:

Truro and Penwith College
College Road
Truro
TR1 3XX

Tel: +441872267000
Email: enquiry@truro-penwith.ac.uk

Open days

Partner college open days

This course is run at one of our partner colleges. Open days are held at the college and more details of these can be found on the college website. You'll find contact details below, on this page.

University of Plymouth open days

You are also very welcome to attend a University of Plymouth open day, to get a flavour of the courses you can progress to from a partner college. There will however be limited information on this specific course and college.

Studying with Truro and Penwith College

We’re one of the leading colleges in the country, delivering teaching and learning to the highest level. With three modern campuses at Truro, Penwith (at Penzance) and Tregye, we provide you with a unique university experience.
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